"Catch-22" is a classic American satirical novel on the insanity of war, a book which had its early roots at Penn State. The College of the Liberal Arts is organizing a marathon 24-hour reading of the novel, beginning on Thursday, Sept. 13, at 1 p.m., on the lawn in front of Pattee and Paterno Libraries. The event is open to the public. Students, faculty, staff and alumni will read the novel aloud throughout Thursday and conclude Friday afternoon, Sept. 14. "This event will help us bring intellectual life more visibly into the public space of the university, and will showcase the power of ideas, discussion and learning," said Eric Hayot, professor of comparative literature and Asian studies, and an event organizer. "Penn State academics have never been stronger, and we want to share that excellence with the public and our communities."